Synonyms of contradiction

contradiction

noun

ˌkän-trə-ˈdik-shən 

1

as in paradox

someone or something with qualities or features that seem to conflict with one another

a loving father as well as a ruthless killer, the gangster is a living contradiction

Synonyms & Similar Words

• paradox
• dichotomy
• incongruity
• mystery
• enigma
• riddle
• puzzle
• conundrum
• antinomy
• puzzlement
• mystification

2

as in denial

a refusal to confirm the truth of a statement

the actress's contradiction of the marriage rumor caused quite a stir

Synonyms & Similar Words

• denial
• rejection
• disavowal
• negation
• repudiation
• refutation
• disclaimer
• disallowance
• denegation
• rebuttal
• disconfirmation
• disproof
• negative

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• confirmation
• admission
• acknowledgment
• declaration
• confession
• concession
• assertion
• testimony
• affirmation
• avowal
• documentation
• validation
• testament
• corroboration
• substantiation
• attestation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of contradiction

Maduro’s lawyers argue that Washington’s dealings with Rodríguez expose a contradiction in its position. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026

Like many things about the business of making movies in America, the Oscars are full of contradictions. — ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026

These domestic policy contradictions will follow officials into this week's G20 meeting. — CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Clinicians would need to reconcile those contradictions to figure out the best treatment for their patients. — Isabella Cueto, STAT, 31 Aug. 2026